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dazza88

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first proper drive in the 2.2 dti
« on: 14 September 2013, 22:13:53 »
Hello everyone.

just taxed the omega today after fixing it back up from a friend and it flew through its m.o.t and I must say this is my very first diesel and wow was quit inpressed how the 2.2 dti manual omega performed I think I will keep it and sorn my 2.2 petrol off road for now untill taxed does any one know if theres any common faults with the 2.2 dti. Many thanks darren
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Re: first proper drive in the 2.2 dti
« Reply #1 on: 15 September 2013, 09:06:02 »
Most common issues are around lack of servicing, and the inlets getting gummed up. Front crank pulley sometimes fails.

Otherwise, standard Omega faults.
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Re: first proper drive in the 2.2 dti
« Reply #2 on: 15 September 2013, 09:30:32 »
They do go quite well when on the turbo. Coupled with the manual box it enables you to make the most of that rev range.

One thing that's worth doing is decating the exhaust as it makes them a bit more responsive when pulling away and improves the MPG very slightly.

Make sure the fuel filter is changed regularly and use a priming bulb to get the diesel pumped through before starting, it's a job best done while the engine is hot to aid starting.
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Re: first proper drive in the 2.2 dti
« Reply #3 on: 15 September 2013, 15:12:58 »
Quote from: VXL V6 on 15 September 2013, 09:30:32
They do go quite well when on the turbo. Coupled with the manual box it enables you to make the most of that rev range.

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Make sure the fuel filter is changed regularly and use a priming bulb to get the diesel pumped through before starting, it's a job best done while the engine is hot to aid starting.
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Re: first proper drive in the 2.2 dti
« Reply #4 on: 15 September 2013, 15:22:35 »
The rubber vacuum couplings on the pipework under the bonnet perish and can cause all kinds of nasties...
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Re: first proper drive in the 2.2 dti
« Reply #5 on: 15 September 2013, 15:28:00 »
Oh, and the glow plugs tend to sieze in the head. A reaction between alloy head and steel glow plug.otherwise an excellent car.
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Re: first proper drive in the 2.2 dti
« Reply #6 on: 16 September 2013, 16:18:50 »
Quote from: dazza88 on 14 September 2013, 22:13:53
Hello everyone.

just taxed the omega today after fixing it back up from a friend and it flew through its m.o.t and I must say this is my very first diesel and wow was quit inpressed how the 2.2 dti manual omega performed I think I will keep it and sorn my 2.2 petrol off road for now untill taxed does any one know if theres any common faults with the 2.2 dti. Many thanks darren

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